Ehsan Arshid^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.146, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.074898 - 29 January 2026

Abstract In this work, a computational modelling and analysis framework is developed to investigate the thermal buckling behavior of doubly-curved composite shells reinforced with graphene-origami (G-Ori) auxetic metamaterials. A semi-analytical formulation based on the First-Order Shear Deformation Theory (FSDT) and the principle of virtual displacements is established, and closed-form solutions are derived via Navier’s method for simply supported boundary conditions. The G-Ori metamaterial reinforcements are treated as programmable constructs whose effective thermo-mechanical properties are obtained via micromechanical homogenization and incorporated into the shell model. A comprehensive parametric study examines the influence of folding geometry, dispersion arrangement, More >

Xianrui Lyu, Xiaodan Ren^*

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.146, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2025.074388 - 29 January 2026

Abstract Inverse design of advanced materials represents a pivotal challenge in materials science. Leveraging the latent space of Variational Autoencoders (VAEs) for material optimization has emerged as a significant advancement in the field of material inverse design. However, VAEs are inherently prone to generating blurred images, posing challenges for precise inverse design and microstructure manufacturing. While increasing the dimensionality of the VAE latent space can mitigate reconstruction blurriness to some extent, it simultaneously imposes a substantial burden on target optimization due to an excessively high search space. To address these limitations, this study adopts a Variational… More >

Francisco Daniel García^1,2, Solange Nicole Aigner^1,2, Natalia Raffaeli³, Antonio José Barotto³, Eleana Spavento³, Mariano Martín Escobar^1,4, Marcela Angela Mansilla^1,4, Alejandro Bacigalupe^1,4,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0181 - 23 January 2026

Abstract This study explores the use of black soldier fly larvae protein as a bio-based adhesive to produce particleboards from sugarcane bagasse. A comprehensive evaluation was conducted, including rheological characterization of the adhesive and physical–mechanical testing of the panels according to European standards. The black soldier fly larvae-based adhesive exhibited gel-like viscoelastic behavior, rapid partial structural recovery after shear, and favorable application properties. Particleboards manufactured with this adhesive and sugarcane bagasse achieved promising mechanical performance, with modulus of rupture and modulus of elasticity values of 30.2 and 3500 MPa, respectively. Internal bond strength exceeded 0.4 MPa,… More > Graphic Abstract

Aadarsha Lamichhane¹, Arun Kuttoor Vasudevan¹, Ethan Dean¹, Mostafa Mohammadabadi^1,*, Kevin Ragon¹, Ardeshir Adeli²

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0146 - 23 January 2026

Abstract This study explores a novel method for processing cotton stalks—an abundant agricultural byproduct—into long strips that serve as sustainable raw material for engineered bio-based panels. To evaluate the effect of raw material morphology on panel’s performance, two types of cotton stalk-based panels were developed: one using long strips, maintaining fiber continuity, and the other using ground particles, representing conventional processing. A wood strand-based panel made from commercial southern yellow pine strands served as the control. All panels were bonded using phenol-formaldehyde resin and hot-pressed to a target thickness of 12.7 mm and density of 640 kg/m³.… More >

Herlina Marta¹, Novita Indrianti^2,*, Allifiyah Josi Nur Aziza³, Enny Sholichah⁴, Titik Budiati³, Achmat Sarifudin⁵, Yana Cahyana¹, Nandi Sukri¹, Aldila Din Pangawikan¹

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0145 - 23 January 2026

Abstract Corn starch (CS) is a renewable, biodegradable polysaccharide valued for its film-forming ability, yet native CS films exhibit low mechanical strength, high water sensitivity, and limited thermal stability. This study improves CS-based films by blending with poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA) or glycerol (GLY) and using citric acid (CA) as a green, non-toxic cross-linker. Composite films were prepared by casting CS–PVA or CS–GLY with CA at 0%–0.20% (w/w of starch). The influence of CA on physicochemical, mechanical, optical, thermal, and water barrier properties was evaluated. CA crosslinking markedly enhanced the tensile strength, water resistance, and thermal stability More > Graphic Abstract

Raviduth Ramful^*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.14, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0116 - 23 January 2026

Abstract Typically used thermal insulation materials such as foam insulation and fibreglass may pose notable health risks and environmental impacts thereby resulting in respiratory irritation and waste disposal issues, respectively. While these materials are affordable and display good thermal insulation, their unsustainable traits pertaining to an intensive manufacturing process and poor disposability are major concerns. Alternative insulation materials with enhanced sustainable characteristics are therefore being explored, and one type of material which has gained notable attention owing to its low carbon footprint and low thermal conductivity is natural fibre. Among the few review studies conducted on… More > Graphic Abstract

Mallikarjun P. Y.¹, Rame Gowda D. N.¹, Trisha J. K.¹, Varshini M.¹, Poornesha S. Shetty¹, Mandar Jatkar^1,*, Arpan Shah²

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.3, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.072507 - 12 January 2026

Abstract As circuit feature sizes approach the nanoscale, traditional Copper (Cu) interconnects face significant hurdles posed by rising resistance-capacitance (RC) delay, electromigration, and high power dissipation. These limitations impose constraints on the scalability and reliability of future semiconductor technologies. Our paper describes the new Vertical multilayer Aluminium Boron Nitride Nanoribbon (AlBN) interconnect structure, integrated with Density functional theory (DFT) using first-principles calculations. This study explores AlBN-based nanostructures with doping of 1Cu, 2Cu, 1Fe (Iron), and 2Fe for the application of Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) interconnects. The AlBN structure utilized the advantages of vertical multilayer interconnects… More >

Mahmoud Alhashash¹, Abdullah Alariyan², Ameen Mokhles Youns³, Favzi Ghreivati⁴, Ahed Habib^5,*, Maan Habib⁶

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.20, No.1, 2026, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.070194 - 08 January 2026

Abstract Concrete production often relies on natural aggregates, which can lead to resource depletion and environmental harm. In addition, improper disposal of thermoplastic waste exacerbates ecological problems. Although significant attention has recently been given to recycling various waste materials into concrete, studies specifically addressing thermoplastic recycled aggregates are still trending. This underscores the need to comprehensively review existing literature, identify research trends, and recognize gaps in understanding the mechanical performance of thermoplastic-based recycled aggregate concrete. Accordingly, this review summarizes recent investigations focused on the mechanical properties of thermoplastic-based recycled aggregate concrete, emphasizing aspects such as compressive… More >

Chenxi Xiu^1,2,*, Xihua Chu², Ao Mei¹, Liangfei Gong¹

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.86, No.2, pp. 1-39, 2026, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.073193 - 09 December 2025

Abstract Granular materials exhibit complex macroscopic mechanical behaviors closely related to their micro-scale microstructural features. Traditional macroscopic phenomenological elasto-plastic models, however, usually have complex formulations and lack explicit relations to these microstructural features. To avoid these limitations, this study proposes a micromechanics-based softening hyperelastic model for granular materials, integrating softening hyperelasticity with microstructural insights to capture strain softening, critical state, and strain localization behaviors. The model has two key advantages: (1) a clear conceptualization, straightforward formulation, and ease of numerical implementation (via Abaqus UMAT subroutine in this study); (2) explicit incorporation of micro-scale features (e.g., contact… More >

Hameed H. Ahmed¹, Thaer A. Mezher^2,*, Marwan R. Rashid³

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.22, No.12, pp. 1055-1066, 2025, DOI:10.15251/CL.2025.2212.1055 - 10 December 2025

Abstract Laser ablation in liquids (LAL), a hygienic and effective method for creating high-purity nanomaterials, was used in this study to create cadmium sulfide (CdS) and silver oxide (Ag₂O) nanoparticles. The sputtering process was used to deposit the produced nanomaterials on porous silicon (PSi) substrates, and a number of assays were used to examine the samples’ structural, optical, and electrical characteristics. The CdS sample had a hexagonal crystal structure, according to X-ray diffraction (XRD) data, whereas the AgO sample had a cubic structure. The diameters of the nanoparticles in the two samples ranged from 22.64 nm for… More >